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SOORAJ B. R

SOORAJ B. R

Trivandrum

Summary

I am seeking a challenging role in NAVAL ARCHITECTURE AND OFFSHORE ENGINEERING that allows me to leverage my skills and knowledge to advance my career and deepen my expertise in shipbuilding. With over 8 years of experience in marine projects, I have successfully overseen both individual and multi-disciplinary construction initiatives. As a project manager in shipbuilding, I have been responsible for tasks such as hull construction, keel laying, and quality assurance/control processes, including welding inspections in accordance with IACS standards and compliance with the established welding schedule for vessel construction. My extensive experience also encompasses machinery installation and commissioning, along with related piping work, insulation, and accommodation paneling, culminating in sea trials and vessel delivery, ensuring that all requisite documentation is provided to the client at handover.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Synergy Shipbuilders
Goa
09.2020 - Current
  • The production manager in shipbuilding is responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and supervision of vessel construction projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards
  • This role involves overseeing multiple teams engineers, fabricators, welders, painters, electricians, and other technical staff throughout the shipbuilding phases, from hull construction to final outfitting
  • Maintains and updates the Project Management Plan (PMP), production schedules, manpower allocation records, and daily progress reports
  • Regularly coordinates with the planning department to ensure alignment with the Master Construction Schedule
  • Serves as the primary point of contact between the shipyard and classification societies (e.g., ABS, Lloyd's Register, DNV-GL, Bureau Veritas) to ensure that all design, material, and construction specifications comply with maritime standards
  • Responsible for submitting detailed drawings and plans to class societies for approval, addressing feedback, and making necessary modifications to ensure compliance with structural, mechanical, and electrical standards
  • Handles all documentation related to class submissions, including plan approval requests, review notes, and final certification once approved
  • Reviews technical drawings (structural, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, piping) internally with engineering teams before submitting them for class society approval
  • Acts as a key intermediary for clarifications and revisions between design engineers and class society reviewers
  • Manages records of submitted drawings, revisions, approval status, and any required modifications
  • Maintains a drawing tracker to monitor the approval process and expedite reviews where possible
  • Coordinates with vendors for timely delivery of equipment and ensures that all parts and materials meet quality standards and technical specifications
  • Oversees commissioning processes for key equipment, such as propulsion systems, generators and navigation systems
  • Keeps records of purchase orders, vendor certifications, inspection reports, and commissioning checklists for each equipment type
  • Develops and updates the Equipment Commissioning Plan to facilitate systematic testing and installation
  • Organizes and oversees sea trials, where the vessel's performance is tested in real-life conditions to verify functionality, stability, propulsion efficiency, and safety
  • Coordinates with engineering teams, class surveyors, and other stakeholders for smooth execution
  • Prepares Sea Trial Procedures, ensuring compliance with class society requirements
  • Manages test reports, logs, and any remedial action plans
  • Ensures final acceptance certificates are obtained post-trial
  • Ensures that all vessel documentation is completed and ready for submission to the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD) for port clearance
  • This includes vessel registration, tonnage certificates, and survey compliance documents
  • Schedules and coordinates surveys with MMD for clearance and compliance checks, including Radio Survey, Minimum Manning, and Life Saving Appliances (LSA) certifications
  • Ensures that the vessel meets International Maritime Organization (IMO) and national standards
  • Manages documentation for all clearance processes, including survey reports, certification records, and MMD registration forms
  • Ensures copies of clearance certificates are filed for final delivery
  • Coordinates with surveyors to ensure compliance with MLC requirements related to crew accommodations, safety, welfare, and working conditions
  • Maintains communication with class and MMD to align with labor standards and address any deficiencies
  • Works with designated surveyors to verify the functionality and compliance of communication equipment, as per SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations
  • Manages MLC and Radio Survey certificates, inspection checklists, and rectification logs (if any)
  • Files survey reports and class certificates as part of the final documentation package
  • Before the vessel's official handover to the owner, the production manager compiles all relevant documentation, including class society certificates, MMD clearance, commissioning checklists, and equipment manuals
  • Ensures the vessel is thoroughly inspected, approved, and equipped with a comprehensive operational manual
  • Coordinates with the owner's representatives to address any final concerns or questions

Project Engineer

SAJ Engineering Works ( Cochin Shipyard Ltd)
Kochi
10.2016 - 11.2019
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
  • Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow
  • Works that are mainly focused on: Accommodation outfit, Insulation, Paneling, Flooring, LSA & FFA

Education

B.E - Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering

AMET University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
01.2016

12th Standard -

Sree Narayana V.H.S.S
Anad, Trivandrum, Kerala
01.2012

10th Standard -

Manarul Huda H.S.S
Nedumangadu, Trivandrum, Kerala
01.2010

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Procurement
  • Project Planning, Execution, and Monitoring
  • Contract Management
  • Technical Reporting
  • Adaptability and Resilience

Websites

Disclaimer

I do hereby declare that the above information is true to the best of my knowledge.

Certification

  • AUTO CAD
  • NDT Level II

Projects Undertaken

  • INS Vikrant (India's First Indigenous Air Craft Carrier)
  • INS Vikramaditya (Air Craft Carrier)
  • 29M HSE Crew Boat (2 Identical vessel)
  • 10 Ton bollard pull tug (River pearl 10)
  • 15 Ton bollard pull tug (2 Identical vessel- River Pearl 15&16)
  • 15M Patrol Boat (3 Identical Vessel)
  • 23.9M Catamaran Explorer Yacht (Pleasure Craft)
  • 23.9M Crew/ Utility Boat
  • 13M Autonomous Surface Vessel (Indian Navy)
  • 53M Catamaran PAX (Coastal Cruiser 650 - Zanzibar shipping corporation)
  • 15 Ton bollard pull tug (APCO Brahmaputra 2) Jack - up Barge (APCO Ganga 4)
  • 15M Pilot boat (AERO shipping)
  • 19M Crew Boat (Al-Fuad Shipping)
  • 36M HSC Catamaran passenger (Gaurav cruises pvt. Ltd)

Software skills

  • Auto CAD
  • Sketchup
  • MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint)
  • MS Project

Languages

  • English
  • Malayalam
  • Hindi
  • Tamil

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: R9029489
  • Date of Birth: 05/19/92
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Timeline

Project Manager

Synergy Shipbuilders
09.2020 - Current

Project Engineer

SAJ Engineering Works ( Cochin Shipyard Ltd)
10.2016 - 11.2019

B.E - Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering

AMET University

12th Standard -

Sree Narayana V.H.S.S

10th Standard -

Manarul Huda H.S.S

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